Substation Technician

Salary: $29.09 – $41.59 Hourly
Job Type: Full Time
Location: College Station, TX
Department: Electric Department
Job Number: 2402246
Opening Date: 07/31/2024
Closing Date: 10/31/2024 11:59 PM Central

Description
Full Salary Range – Entry Level to Max: $29.09 – 46.79 (Pay will be based on skill level)
Under the general supervision of the Substation Supervisor, the Electrical Substation Technician is responsible for the maintenance, operation, installation, and testing of electrical, mechanical, and electronic equipment (for both 12.5 kV distribution and 138 kV transmission voltages) in electrical substations.

Principal Duties

1. Diagnose problems for, install, remove, operate, and maintain substation distribution and transmission equipment, communication equipment, and protective relays.
2. Inspect, test, repair, and calibrate substation equipment including transformers, circuit switches, generators, substation capacitors, feeder circuit breakers, motor operators, station battery system, control equipment, etc.; take oil and SF6 samples from substation equipment for testing and analysis; prepare and maintain necessary maintenance records and inspection reports in an asset management software.
3. Troubleshoot and analyze system failures, insulation viability, contact resistance and wear, and perform tests as required.
4. Ensure safe working practices by demonstrating proper use of tools, equipment, personal protective equipment (PPE), and performing all work in accordance with CSUs established safety policies and procedures.
5. Perform substation transmission and distribution switching operations in planned and emergency situations.
6. Maintain optimal electric system operations, ensuring consistent communication and coordination with coworkers as well as the Transmission and Distribution, Operations, and SCADA divisions.
7. Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and test results.
8. Ensure equipment meets established ERCOT, NERC, PUCT, and Texas RE standards and codes. Meet compliance requirements through data collection and documentation.
9. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Required:
High School Diploma or G.E.D., and three (3) years technical training with electrical transmission and/or distribution equipment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Valid Texas Driver License
Basic computer application skills
Available for on-call duty and emergency response
Must maintain a residence within a 40-minute response time of the Utility Service Center within six (6) months of accepting position
Good verbal and written communication skills
Ability to progress through the skill plan program within a specified period of time, as defined per departments skill plan policy
Ability to perform essential duties in an environment that entails a variety of weather conditions and extreme temperatures; working at heights of up to 60 above ground level; frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping, climbing, and pushing/pulling; using hoist and dollies to lift and move heavy objects; and physically lifting and moving objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

Preferred:
Associates Degree in Electrical Power Distribution
Ability to perform most duties without direct supervision, relying on previous experience to properly diagnose problems
Knowledge of electrical theory and electrical/electronic schematics
Knowledge in operation, maintenance, and repair of large DC battery systems
Knowledge of industry testing standards and procedures
Knowledge of emergency generators and UPS systems
Knowledge of substation testing and asset management software

Supplemental Information

Drug Screening:Due to the safety and/or security sensitive nature of this position, individuals shall be subject to pre-employment or pre-placement drug and/or controlled substance testi g as outlined in City policy.

Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to include; Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Leave, Paid Parental Leave, TMRS-Retirement (2:1 matching), Deferred Compensation, Term Life ADandD, Dependent Life, Flex Benefits, an Employee Health Clinicand Educational Assistance.

Position posted until filled or closing date.